Shows
Kings & StatesmenAmerica’s Christian Heritage | Chris Schlect & Jordan DorneyThe American Experiment remains one of history’s most remarkable undertakings—a rare moment when a people shaped by a robust Christian worldview endeavored to build a government from the ground up, firmly rooted in biblical principles. Unlike nations that emerged under monarchs, tribal hierarchies, or feudal inheritance, early America was deliberately crafted by men who believed that true liberty and justice must be anchored to the law of God. Though far from monolithic—and not without flaws—the founders broadly affirmed that Christianity was indispensable to the health of public virtue and good governance.
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2026-02-102h 04
The King's CongregationPreparing Children for MarriageSermon text: Proverbs 30:18; Speaker: Chris Schlect. Visit thekingscongregation.com for more sermons, exhortations, music, and events.
2025-03-0938 min
BaseCamp LiveClassical Essentials: Classical? Liberal Arts? Humanities? Here's What You Need to Know with Dr. Chris SchlectWelcome to Classical Essentials, a special Best of BaseCamp Live series! Over the years, we've had incredible conversations unpacking the foundational ideas of classical Christian education. In this series, we're bringing back some of the most popular and essential episodes to help parents, educators, and school leaders better understand the core principles that make this movement so impactful.In this episode, Dr. Chris Schlect tackles a common point of confusion: What exactly do we mean by classical, liberal arts, and humanities? Are they distinct educational approaches, or do they overlap? Understanding these terms is key to choosing...
2025-03-0645 min
Veritas Vox - The Voice of Classical Christian Education98 | Is a Classical Education for Everyone? - ft. Chris SchlectIs classical education for everyone? What if your student wants to build a life as a stay-at-home mom or work in the trades? Today we discuss these questions as well as how the Industrial Revolution has influenced how we perceive mothers and home life with guest Chris Schlect from New Saint Andrews College in Moscow, Idaho.
2024-05-2830 min
BaseCamp LiveExploring the Terms: "Classical, Liberal Arts, Humanities..." with Dr. Chris SchlectIn recent decades, classical education has experienced significant growth both in the U.S. and globally. This educational approach takes various forms, including traditional five-day programs, hybrid/collaborative models, and homeschooling. Alongside these formats, a flurry of terms like “classical Christian,” “Christian classical,” “classical liberal arts,” and “humanities education” have emerged. Understanding and distinguishing among these options can be complex for schools and parents alike. Today, Dr. Chris Schlect, Director of the Classical and Christian Studies at New Saint Andrews College, joins us to help clarify these terms and explore their significance in shaping the next generation through our homes and schools...
2024-05-2347 min
The Headmaster's PodcastS2E33: The value of History with Christopher SchlectDr. Chris Schlect from New Saint Andrews College discusses the importance and value of studying history. For anyone who is unsure that we should study ancient and medieval history, this interview provides a few reasons not to be so dubious.
2024-05-1631 minVeritas Vox - The Voice of Classical Christian Education64 | The Core of Classical Education - ft. Chris SchlectWhat makes classical education distinct from any other educational model? How did classical education begin its rise to prominence? How do we help our students transition into adulthood? We discuss these questions and more with Chris Schlect, director of the Classical Christian Studies Graduate Program at New Saint Andrews College in Moscow, Idaho.
2023-09-2631 min
Kestrel Country PodcastDr. Chris Schlect on Idaho's Nez Perce HistoryReplay from Season 1 Episode 10;Dr. Chris Schlect joins us and discusses the history of the Nez Perce. "On the tours that I lead, I point to petroglyphs on the snake river that are as old as the Great Pyramid of Cheops."Dr. Schlect received a BA in history from WSU, an MA in history from the U of I, and a Ph. D in history from WSU. He is a Fellow of History at New Saint Andrews College and has served as a ranger for the US National Park Service.Book Recommendations;
2023-09-1226 min
Exploring The ArtsEp. 1: Featuring Dr. Chris SchlectIan McMillen and Joel Thiele, hosts of Exploring the Arts, welcome to the show Dr. Chris Schlect, Senior Fellow of History at New Saint Andrews College.
In this episode, Ian and Joel ask Dr. Schlect about his educational career and how he got into history.
2023-03-2341 min
The Consortium PodcastDr. Chris Schlect on the History and Meaning of the Liberal ArtsThis is Episode 32 of the Consortium Podcast, an academic audio blog of Kepler Education.
In this episode, Scott Postma sits down with Dr. Chris Schlect to discuss the Liberal Arts, its history in classical thought, what the liberal arts are, and what they are not.
Dr. Schlect is the Senior Fellow of History at New Saint Andrews College, where he teaches courses in ancient and medieval civilizations, US history, the history of American Christianity, medieval education, and Classical Rhetoric, among other subjects. Dr. Schlect is also the Director of New Saint Andrews College’s graduate pr...
2021-11-191h 13
Weekly Sermons - Church of the RedeemerPentecost Feast Address Dr. Chris Schlect, of New Saint Andrews College in Moscow, Idaho, delivered this address on Christian history during the Pentecost feast and celebrations held May 23, 2021.
2021-05-2330 min
BaseCamp LiveForming Human Souls In Chaotic Times With Classical Christian Education ~ Chris SchlectHow does reading Homer benefit students in a world gone amok? Shouldn’t we focus less on doing the hard thing and more on the practical needs that stem from living through a pandemic? Chris Schlect, Fellow of History at New Saint Andrews College, reminds us that classical classical Christian education is needed now more than ever. Like the early Christians, parents and teachers must look beyond the practical and press in during these difficult times. According to Schlect, reading Homer is how we build the world and teaching kids to face adversity is how the kingdom of God ad...
2020-09-1440 min
Kestrel Country Podcast10. Dr. Chris Schlect - Local History of the Nez PerceDr. Chris Schlect joins us and discusses the history of the Nez Perce. "On the tours that I lead, I point to petroglyphs on the snake river that are as old as the Great Pyramid of Cheops."Dr. Schlect received a BA in history from WSU, an MA in history from the U of I, and a Ph. D in history from WSU. He is a Fellow of History at New Saint Andrews College and has served as a ranger for the US National Park Service.Book Recommendations;The Last Indian War by...
2020-03-0929 min
BaseCamp LiveTwo Ways to Evaluate a School (Whether Online or Brick and Mortar)- Chris SchlectIn this episode of Basecamp LIVE we examine the growing trend of online education. There are lots of advantages to learning outside a traditional classroom, but are there limits to this form of education that may not be obvious at first. My guest Dr. Chris Schlect is a master teacher and educator who gives us two tools to evaluate not only online education but any classroom and teaching environment. Stay tuned...
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2017-11-0824 min
Classical ThoughtDr. Chris Schlect and Joe Rigney
Listen to Dr. Chris Schlect interview CCS graduate Joe Rigney.
Topics of discussion include how the CCS program influenced Joe's current worldview, what Joe has gone on to do since completing the CCS program, who the CCS program would benefit, and much more.
2016-07-1413 min